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Definition of medical terminology for Food.
Definition of medical terminology for Public Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Phenylpropanolamine.
Definition of medical terminology for Risk.
Definition of medical terminology for Stroke.
Definition of medical terminology for Research.
Definition of medical terminology for Marketing.
Definition of medical terminology for Healthcare.
Definition of medical terminology for Products c-mos, Proto-Oncogene.
A drug or medicine given to reduce pain without resulting in loss of consciousness.
Definition of medical terminology for Pain.
Definition of medical terminology for Fever.
Definition of medical terminology for Fever.
A condition that manifests as an allergic reaction when one is exposed to tiny particles from cockroaches.
Definition of medical terminology for Sneezing.
Definition of medical terminology for Nose.
Definition of medical terminology for Body Build.
Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by blocking the action of the histamine on the tissue.
Definition of medical terminology for Blood Vessels.
Definition of medical terminology for Vessels Transposition, Great.
Definition of medical terminology for Blood Pressure.
Definition of medical terminology for Patients.
Definition of medical terminology for High Blood Pressure.
Definition of medical terminology for Blood Bank.
Definition of medical terminology for Pressure Increase, Intracranial.
A pain reliever and fever reducer.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Sodium.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Pain.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Prescription.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
chronic obstructive lung disease
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Product Container.
Definition of medical terminology for Ever Married.
The hypersensitive response of the immune system of an allergic individual to a substance.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Foods.
Definition of medical terminology for Package Insert.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Excitement, Psychomotor.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
chronic obstructive lung disease
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Professional Activity Studies.
A good example of a tradename that entered into the language, Aspirin was once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Fever.
A microorganism smaller than a bacteria, which cannot grow or reproduce apart from a living cell.
FDA Information Retrieval System
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Syndrome.
Definition of medical terminology for Fever.
A microorganism smaller than a bacteria, which cannot grow or reproduce apart from a living cell.
Definition of medical terminology for Infection, Acinetobacter.
A good example of a tradename that entered into the language, Aspirin was once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines, Patent.
Definition of medical terminology for Fever.
Definition of medical terminology for Body Fluid.
Definition of medical terminology for Fluid Balance.
Definition of medical terminology for Sweating Sickness.
Definition of medical terminology for Elderly.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Feeling.
Definition of medical terminology for Elderly.
Definition of medical terminology for Patients.
Definition of medical terminology for Nightmares.
Definition of medical terminology for Excitement, Psychomotor.
Definition of medical terminology for Elderly.
A drug or medicine given to reduce pain without resulting in loss of consciousness.
Definition of medical terminology for Fetus.
Definition of medical terminology for Newborn.
A device that allows a baby to move about in a half-seated, half-upright position.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Individual Difference.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
A condition in which a toxic amount of alcohol (ethanol, ethyl alcohol) has been drunk, usually in a short period of time.
An organic chemical in which one or more hydroxyl (OH) groups are attached to carbon (C) atoms in place of hydrogen (H) atoms.
Definition of medical terminology for Pregnancy.
A stimulant found naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans (chocolate) and kola nuts (cola) and added to soft drinks, foods, and medicines. A cup of coffee has 100-250 milligrams of caffeine.
A stimulant found naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans (chocolate) and kola nuts (cola) and added to soft drinks, foods, and medicines. A cup of coffee has 100-250 milligrams of caffeine.
A stimulant found naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans (chocolate) and kola nuts (cola) and added to soft drinks, foods, and medicines. A cup of coffee has 100-250 milligrams of caffeine.
Definition of medical terminology for Phenylephrine.
Definition of medical terminology for Pseudoephedrine.
Definition of medical terminology for Pseudoephedrine.
Definition of medical terminology for Bone.
Definition of medical terminology for Fetus.
1. The inability of aspirin to protect a person from cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Pregnancy.
Definition of medical terminology for Heart.
Definition of medical terminology for Fetus.
Definition of medical terminology for Newborn.
A device that allows a baby to move about in a half-seated, half-upright position.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Pregnancy.
Definition of medical terminology for Bleeding.
Definition of medical terminology for Fetus.
Definition of medical terminology for Newborn.
A device that allows a baby to move about in a half-seated, half-upright position.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Pregnancy.
Definition of medical terminology for Bleeding.
Definition of medical terminology for Mother.
Definition of medical terminology for Delivery.
A good example of a tradename that entered into the language, Aspirin was once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid.
Definition of medical terminology for Pregnancy.
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Breast.
Definition of medical terminology for Milk.
Definition of medical terminology for Nursing.
Definition of medical terminology for Breast.
Definition of medical terminology for Milk.
An organic chemical in which one or more hydroxyl (OH) groups are attached to carbon (C) atoms in place of hydrogen (H) atoms.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Nursing.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Nursing.
A device that allows a baby to move about in a half-seated, half-upright position.
Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by blocking the action of the histamine on the tissue.
Definition of medical terminology for Secretions.
Definition of medical terminology for Breast.
Definition of medical terminology for Milk.
Definition of medical terminology for Reduced Glutathione.
A stimulant found naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans (chocolate) and kola nuts (cola) and added to soft drinks, foods, and medicines. A cup of coffee has 100-250 milligrams of caffeine.
Definition of medical terminology for Breast.
Definition of medical terminology for Milk.
Definition of medical terminology for Nursing.
A device that allows a baby to move about in a half-seated, half-upright position.
A stimulant found naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans (chocolate) and kola nuts (cola) and added to soft drinks, foods, and medicines. A cup of coffee has 100-250 milligrams of caffeine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Nursing.
Definition of medical terminology for Breast.
Definition of medical terminology for Milk.
Definition of medical terminology for Nursing.
Definition of medical terminology for Mothers.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Breast.
Definition of medical terminology for Milk.
Definition of medical terminology for Salicylates.
Definition of medical terminology for Nursing.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Recommended Daily Allowance.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
A microorganism smaller than a bacteria, which cannot grow or reproduce apart from a living cell.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Food.
Definition of medical terminology for Food.
An organic chemical in which one or more hydroxyl (OH) groups are attached to carbon (C) atoms in place of hydrogen (H) atoms.
Definition of medical terminology for Tobacco.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Blood Availability and Safety Inventory System (HHS)
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Tobacco.
The emotional tone a person expresses.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Liver Abscess.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
The hypersensitive response of the immune system of an allergic individual to a substance.
Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by blocking the action of the histamine on the tissue.
Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by blocking the action of the histamine on the tissue.
Definition of medical terminology for Secretions.
A common disorder in which chronic inflammation of the bronchial tubes (bronchi) makes them swell, narrowing the airways.
Definition of medical terminology for Diabetes.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Patient.
Definition of medical terminology for Diabetes.
Definition of medical terminology for Risk.
Definition of medical terminology for Heart.
Definition of medical terminology for Blood Vessel.
A tube in the body that carries fluids: blood vessels or lymph vessels.
Definition of medical terminology for Prostate.
Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by blocking the action of the histamine on the tissue.
Having to do with the kidneys, ureters, and bladder.
Definition of medical terminology for Sodium.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Gout.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Blood Vessel.
A tube in the body that carries fluids: blood vessels or lymph vessels.
Definition of medical terminology for Disease.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Blood Pressure.
Definition of medical terminology for Heart.
Definition of medical terminology for Bleeding.
Definition of medical terminology for Sodium.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Disease.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Disease.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Heart.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Heart.
An area of tissue erosion, for example, of the skin or lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Definition of medical terminology for Stomach.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
An area of tissue erosion, for example, of the skin or lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Definition of medical terminology for Bleeding.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Directed Donation.
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Food.
Definition of medical terminology for Glass.
1. A tasteless odorless colorless liquid with the chemical formula H2O.
Definition of medical terminology for Patients.
In pharmacy, a medication, usually mixed with a binder powder, molded and pressed into the form of a tablet,
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
A good example of a tradename that entered into the language, Aspirin was once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Down Regulation.
Definition of medical terminology for Pharmacist.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Patients.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
chronic obstructive lung disease
Definition of medical terminology for Pain.
Definition of medical terminology for Dosage Forms.
Definition of medical terminology for Forms.
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Infants.
Definition of medical terminology for Recommended Daily Allowance.
Definition of medical terminology for Oral Administration.
Definition of medical terminology for Dosage Forms.
Definition of medical terminology for Forms.
Definition of medical terminology for Package Insert.
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Infants.
Definition of medical terminology for Recommended Daily Allowance.
Definition of medical terminology for Dosage Forms.
Definition of medical terminology for Forms.
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Infants.
Definition of medical terminology for Recommended Daily Allowance.
Nationwide Evaluation of X-ray Trends (CDRH)
Definition of medical terminology for Schedule.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Direct Expenditure.
Definition of medical terminology for Light.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Skin Tests.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Fever.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
An organic chemical in which one or more hydroxyl (OH) groups are attached to carbon (C) atoms in place of hydrogen (H) atoms.
Definition of medical terminology for Nervous System.
Drugs that combat the histamine released during an allergic reaction by blocking the action of the histamine on the tissue.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Sedatives, Barbiturate.
Definition of medical terminology for Prescription.
Definition of medical terminology for Pain.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Muscle.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Stomach.
Definition of medical terminology for Beverages.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
1. The inability of aspirin to protect a person from cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.
Definition of medical terminology for Beverages.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
A pain reliever and fever reducer.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Nervous Mice.
Definition of medical terminology for Sleeping Sickness, African.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Diet.
The involuntary weight loss of 10% of baseline body weight plus either chronic diarrhea (two loose stools per day for more than 30 days) or chronic weakness and documented fever (for 30 days or more, intermittent or constant) in the absence of a concurrent illness or condition other than HIV infection that would explain the findings.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Diet.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Doctor Patient Relation.
Definition of medical terminology for Surgery.
Definition of medical terminology for Dental Abrasion.
Definition of medical terminology for Emergency.
Definition of medical terminology for Dentist.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Mouth Abnormalities.
Definition of medical terminology for Saliva.
Definition of medical terminology for Dentist.
Definition of medical terminology for Tooth Abnormalities.
Definition of medical terminology for Infections.
Definition of medical terminology for Prescription.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
A pain reliever and fever reducer.
A good example of a tradename that entered into the language, Aspirin was once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid.
Definition of medical terminology for Diflunisal.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
A pain reliever and fever reducer.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Drugs.
Definition of medical terminology for Lead.
Definition of medical terminology for Overdose.
Definition of medical terminology for Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Professional Activity Studies.
Definition of medical terminology for Patients.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Dentist.
A good example of a tradename that entered into the language, Aspirin was once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid.
Definition of medical terminology for Bleeding.
Definition of medical terminology for Problems and Exercises (PT).
Definition of medical terminology for Patients.
A measure of the acidity or alkalinity of urine.
A good example of a tradename that entered into the language, Aspirin was once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid.
Definition of medical terminology for Sodium.
The emotional tone a person expresses.
Liquid waste.
Definition of medical terminology for Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Diabetes.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Attention getting is not a simple automatic act.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Emergency.
Definition of medical terminology for Overdose.
Definition of medical terminology for Feeling.
Definition of medical terminology for Vomiting.
Definition of medical terminology for Pain.
The belly, that part of the body that contains all of the structures between the chest and the pelvis.
Definition of medical terminology for Stomach.
A pain reliever and fever reducer.
Definition of medical terminology for Overdose.
Definition of medical terminology for Overdose.
Definition of medical terminology for Death.
Definition of medical terminology for Overdose.
Definition of medical terminology for Movements.
Definition of medical terminology for Elderly.
Definition of medical terminology for Pain.
Liquid waste.
Definition of medical terminology for Bleeding.
Attention getting is not a simple automatic act.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicine.
Definition of medical terminology for Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Health.
Definition of medical terminology for Indigestion.
Definition of medical terminology for Stomach.
Definition of medical terminology for Medicines.
Definition of medical terminology for Patients.
Definition of medical terminology for Effects, Adnexal.
Definition of medical terminology for Healthcare.
Definition of medical terminology for Professional Activity Studies.
The FDA, supported by results of a research program, requested that manufacturers voluntarily discontinue marketing products that contain PPA and that consumers work with their healthcare providers to select alternative products .
Antihistamine, decongestant, and analgesic combinations are taken by mouth to relieve the sneezing, runny nose, sinus and nasal congestion (stuffy nose), fever, headache, and aches and pain of colds, influenza, and hay fever. These combinations do not contain any ingredient to relieve coughs.
Antihistamines are used to relieve or prevent the symptoms of hay fever and other types of allergy . They may also help relieve some symptoms of the common cold, such as sneezing and runny nose. They work by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body . Antihistamines contained in these combinations are:
brompheniramine, chlorpheniramine, dexbrompheniramine, diphenhydramine, pheniramine, phenyltoloxamine, pyrilamine, and triprolidine.
Decongestants, such as phenylephrine, and pseudoephedrine, produce a narrowing of blood vessels . This leads to clearing of nasal congestion, but it may also cause an increase in blood pressure in patients who have high blood pressure .
Analgesics, such as acetaminophen and salicylates (e.g., aspirin, sodium salicylate), are used in these combination medicines to help relieve fever, headache, aches, and pain.
Some of these medicines are available without a prescription. However, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper dose of these medicines for your medical condition.
Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine to a baby or child under 4 years of age. Using these medicines in very young children might cause serious or possibly life-threatening side effects .
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Tablet
- Capsule
- Tablet, Extended Release
- Tablet, Effervescent
- Tablet, Chewable
- Capsule, Liquid Filled
- Syrup
- Powder for Suspension
- Liquid
- Powder for Solution
- Suspension
- Elixir
- Solution
- Packet
Before Using
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to medicines in this group or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Very young children are usually more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. Increases in blood pressure, nightmares, unusual excitement, nervousness, restlessness, or irritability may be more likely to occur in children. Also, mental changes may be more likely to occur in young children taking these combination medicines.
Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine to a baby or child under 4 years of age. Using these medicines in very young children might cause serious or possibly life-threatening side effects .
Before giving any of these combination medicines to a child, check the package label very carefully. Some of these medicines are too strong for use in children. If you are not certain whether a specific product can be given to a child, or if you have any questions about the amount to give, check with your health care professional .
Do not give aspirin or other salicylates to a child or teenager with a fever or other symptoms of a virus infection, especially flu or chickenpox, without first discussing their use with your child`s doctor . This is very important because salicylates may cause a serious illness called Reye`s syndrome in children and teenagers with fever caused by a virus infection, especially flu or chickenpox. Also, children may be more sensitive to the aspirin or other salicylates contained in some of these medicines, especially if they have a fever or have lost large amounts of body fluid because of vomiting, diarrhea, or sweating .
Geriatric
The elderly are usually more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. Confusion, difficult or painful urination, dizziness, drowsiness, feeling faint, or dryness of mouth, nose, or throat may be more likely to occur in elderly patients. Also, nightmares or unusual excitement, nervousness, restlessness, or irritability may be more likely to occur in the elderly.
Pregnancy
The occasional use of antihistamine, decongestant, and analgesic combinations is not likely to cause problems in the fetus or in the newborn baby . However, when these medicines are used at higher doses and/or for a long time, the chance that problems might occur may increase. For the individual ingredients of these combinations, the following apply:
- Acetaminophena€”Acetaminophen has not been shown to cause birth defects or other problems in humans. However, studies on birth defects have not been done in humans.
- Alcohola€”Some of these combination medicines contain large amounts of alcohol . Too much use of alcohol during pregnancy may cause birth defects.
- Antihistaminesa€”Antihistamines have not been shown to cause problems in humans.
- Caffeinea€”Studies in humans have not shown that caffeine causes birth defects. However, studies in animals have shown that caffeine causes birth defects when given in very large doses (amounts equal to the amount of caffeine contained in 12 to 24 cups of coffee a day).
- Phenylephrinea€”Studies on birth defects have not been done in either humans or animals with phenylephrine.
- Pseudoephedrinea€”Studies on birth defects with pseudoephedrine have not been done in humans. In animal studies pseudoephedrine did not cause birth defects but did cause a decrease in average weight, length, and rate of bone formation in the animal fetus when administered in high doses.
- Salicylates (e.g., aspirin)a€”Salicylates have not been shown to cause birth defects in humans. Studies on birth defects in humans have been done with aspirin . However, salicylates have been shown to cause birth defects in animals.
Regular use of salicylates late in pregnancy may cause unwanted effects on the heart or blood flow in the fetus or newborn baby . Use of salicylates during the last 2 weeks of pregnancy may cause bleeding problems in the fetus before or during delivery, or in the newborn baby . Also, too much use of salicylates during the last 3 months of pregnancy may increase the length of pregnancy, prolong labor, cause other problems during delivery, or cause severe bleeding in the mother before, during, or after delivery. Do not take aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless it has been ordered by your doctor .
Breastfeeding
If you are breast-feeding the chance that problems might occur depends on the ingredients of the combination. For the individual ingredients of these combinations, the following apply:
- Acetaminophena€”Acetaminophen passes into the breast milk. However, it has not been shown to cause problems in nursing babies.
- Alcohola€”Alcohol passes into the breast milk. However, the amount of alcohol in recommended doses of this medicine does not usually cause problems in nursing babies.
- Antihistaminesa€”Use is not recommended since the chances are greater for this medicine to cause side effects, such as unusual excitement or irritability, in the nursing baby . Also, since antihistamines tend to decrease the secretions of the body, it is possible that the flow of breast milk may be reduced in some women.
- Caffeinea€”Small amounts of caffeine pass into the breast milk and may build up in the nursing baby . However, the amount of caffeine in recommended doses of this medicine does not usually cause problems in nursing babies.
- Decongestants (e.g., phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine)a€”Decongestants may pass into the breast milk and may cause unwanted effects in nursing babies of mothers taking this medicine.
- Salicylates (e.g., aspirin)a€”Salicylates pass into the breast milk. Although salicylates have not been reported to cause problems in nursing babies, it is possible that problems may occur if large amounts are taken regularly.<
Drug Interactions
Using medicines in this class with any of the following medicines is not recommended . Your doctor may decide not to treat you with a medication in this class or change some of the other medicines you take.
- Ketorolac
- Rasagiline
- Selegiline
Using medicines in this class with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
- Acenocoumarol
- Amitriptyline
- Amoxapine
- Anisindione
- Beta Glucan
- Citalopram
- Clomipramine
- Desipramine
- Desvenlafaxine
- Dicumarol
- Dothiepin
- Doxepin
- Duloxetine
- Eptifibatide
- Escitalopram
- Fluoxetine
- Fluvoxamine
- Ginkgo
- Heparin
- Imipramine
- Ketoprofen
- Lofepramine
- Methotrexate
- Milnacipran
- Nefazodone
- Nortriptyline
- Opipramol
- Paroxetine
- Phenindione
- Phenprocoumon
- Protriptyline
- Reteplase, Recombinant
- Sertraline
- Ticlopidine
- Trimipramine
- Varicella Virus Vaccine
- Venlafaxine
- Warfarin
Other Interactions
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using medicines in this class with any of the following is usually not recommended, but may be unavoidable in some cases. If used together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use your medicine, or give you special instructions about the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.
Other Medical Problems
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of medicines in this class. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
- Alcohol abusea€”Acetaminophen-containing medicines increase the chance of liver damage
- Asthma, allergies, and nasal polyps, history of, or
- Asthma attacksa€”Taking a salicylate-containing medicine may cause an allergic reaction in which breathing becomes difficult; also, although antihistamines open tightened bronchial passages, other effects of the antihistamines may cause secretions to become thick so that during an asthma attack it might be difficult to cough them up
- Enlarged prostate or
- Urinary tract blockage or difficult urinationa€”Some of the effects of antihistamines may cause urinary problems to get worse
- Glaucomaa€”A slight increase in inner eye pressure may occur
- Heart or blood vessel disease or
- High blood pressurea€”The decongestant in this medicine may cause the blood pressure to increase and may also speed up the heart rate; also, caffeine-containing medicine, if taken in large amounts, may have a similar effect on the heart
- Hemophilia or other bleeding problemsa€”Aspirin- or sodium salicylate-containing medicine increases the chance of bleeding
- Hepatitis or other liver diseasea€”There is a greater chance of side effects because the medicine is not broken down and may build up in the body; also, if liver disease is severe there is a greater chance that aspirin-containing medicine may cause bleeding
- Kidney disease (severe)a€”The kidneys may be affected, especially if too much of this medicine is taken for a long time
- Overactive thyroida€”If the overactive thyroid has caused a fast heart rate, the decongestant in this medicine may cause the heart rate to speed up further
Proper Use
Take this medicine only as directed . Do not take more of it and do not take it more often than recommended on the label, unless otherwise directed by your doctor . To do so may increase the chance of side effects.
If this medicine irritates your stomach, you may take it with food or a glass of water or milk, to lessen the irritation.
For patients taking the extended-release tablet form of this medicine:
- Swallow the tablets whole.
- Do not crush, break, or chew before swallowing.
If a combination medicine containing aspirin has a strong vinegar-like odor, do not use it. This odor means the medicine is breaking down . If you have any questions about this, check with your pharmacist.
Dosing
The dose medicines in this class will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor`s orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of these medicines. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
For cold symptoms and sinus pain and congestion:
- For regular (short-acting) oral dosage forms (chewable tablets, capsules, liquid, or tablets):
- Adults and children 12 years of age and oldera€”Usually the dose is 1 to 2 capsules or tablets, or 1 teaspoonful of liquid, every four to six hours.
- Children 6 to 12 years of agea€”Usually the dose is 1 tablet, 4 chewable tablets, or 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls of liquid every four hours.
- Children 4 to 6 years of agea€”Use and dose must be determined by your doctor .
- Children and infants up to 4 years of agea€”Use is not recommended .
- For oral dosage forms that must be dissolved (effervescent tablets or powder):
- Adults and children 12 years of age and oldera€”Usually the dose is 2 effervescent tablets or the contents of 1 packet of powder dissolved as directed on the package .
- Children 4 to 12 years of agea€”Use and dose must be determined by your doctor .
- Children and infants up to 4 years of agea€”Use is not recommended .
- For long-acting oral dosage forms (tablets):
- Adults and children 12 years of age and oldera€”Usually the dose is 1 to 2 tablets every 12 hours.
- Children 4 to 12 years of agea€”Use and dose must be determined by your doctor .
- Children and infants up to 4 years of agea€”Use is not recommended .
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Precautions
Before you have any skin tests for allergies, tell the doctor in charge that you are taking this medicine. The results of the test may be affected by the antihistamine in this medicine.
Check with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or become worse, or if you have a high fever.
The antihistamine in this medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and other central nervous system (CNS) depressants (medicines that slow down the nervous system, possibly causing drowsiness). Some examples of CNS depressants are other antihistamines or medicine for hay fever, other allergies, or colds; sedatives, tranquilizers, or sleeping medicine; prescription pain medicine or narcotics; barbiturates; medicine for seizures; muscle relaxants; or anesthetics, including some dental anesthetics. Check with your doctor before taking any of the above while you are taking this medicine.
Also, stomach problems may be more likely to occur if you drink alcoholic beverages while taking a medicine that contains aspirin . In addition, drinking large amounts of alcoholic beverages while taking a medicine that contains acetaminophen may cause liver damage.
The antihistamine in this medicine may cause some people to become drowsy, dizzy, or less alert than they are normally. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy or are not alert.
The decongestant in this medicine may cause some people to become nervous or restless or to have trouble in sleeping . If you have trouble in sleeping, take the last dose of this medicine for each day a few hours before bedtime. If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor .
Also, this medicine may add to the CNS stimulant and other effects of diet aids . Do not use medicines for diet or appetite control while taking this medicine unless you have checked with your doctor .
Before having any kind of surgery (including dental surgery) or emergency treatment, tell the medical doctor or dentist in charge that you are taking this medicine.
Antihistamines may cause dryness of the mouth, nose, and throat. For temporary relief of mouth dryness, use sugarless candy or gum, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute. However, if your mouth continues to feel dry for more than 2 weeks, check with your dentist. Continuing dryness of the mouth may increase the chance of dental disease, including tooth decay, gum disease, and fungus infections.
Check the label of all over-the-counter (OTC), nonprescription, and prescription medicines you now take. If any contain acetaminophen or aspirin or other salicylates, including diflunisal or bismuth subsalicylate (e.g., Pepto-Bismol), be especially careful. This combination medicine contains acetaminophen and/or a salicylate. Therefore, taking it while taking any other medicine that contains these drugs may lead to overdose. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional .
For patients taking aspirin-containing medicine:
- Do not take aspirin-containing medicine within 5 days before any surgery, including dental surgery, unless otherwise directed by your medical doctor or dentist. Taking aspirin during this time may cause bleeding problems .
For diabetic patients taking salicylate-containing medicine, false urine sugar test results may occur:
- If you take 8 or more 325-mg doses of aspirin every day for several days in a row.
- If you take 8 or more 325-mg, or 4 or more 500-mg, doses of sodium salicylate a day.
Smaller doses or occasional use usually will not affect urine sugar tests. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional, especially if your diabetes is not well controlled.
Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention .
Although serious side effects occur rarely when this medicine is taken as recommended, they may be more likely to occur if: too much medicine is taken, it is taken in large doses, or it is taken for a long time.
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
For all combinations
- Clumsiness or unsteadiness
- Convulsions (seizures)
- Drowsiness (severe)
- Dryness of mouth, nose, or throat (severe)
- Fast heartbeat
- Flushing or redness of face
- Hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there)
- Headache (continuing and/or severe)
- Increased sweating
- Nausea or vomiting (severe or continuing)
- Shortness of breath or troubled breathing
- Stomach cramps or pain (severe or continuing)
- Trouble in sleeping
For acetaminophen-containing only
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Swelling or tenderness in the upper abdomen or stomach area
Signs of severe acetaminophen overdose may not appear until 2 to 4 days after the overdose is taken, but treatment to prevent liver damage or death must be started within 24 hours or less after the overdose is taken.
For salicylate-containing only
- Any loss of hearing
- Bloody urine
- Changes in behavior (in children)
- Confusion
- Diarrhea (severe or continuing)
- Drowsiness or tiredness (severe, especially in children)
- Fast or deep breathing (especially in children)
- Fever
- Ringing or buzzing in ears (continuing)
- Uncontrollable flapping movements of the hands (especially in elderly patients)
- Unusual thirst
- Vision problems
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain (mild)
Less common or rare
- Bloody or black tarry stools
- Changes in urine or problems with urination
- Skin rash, hives, or itching
- Sore throat and fever
- Swelling of face, feet, or lower legs
- Tightness in chest
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
- Weight gain (unusual)
- Yellow eyes or skin
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention . These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
- Drowsiness
- Heartburn or indigestion (for salicylate-containing medicines)
- Thickening of mucus
Less common
- Blurred vision
- Confusion
- Difficult or painful urination
- Dizziness
- Dryness of mouth, nose, or throat
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Nightmares
- Pounding heartbeat
- Ringing or buzzing in ears
- Skin rash
- Stomach upset or stomach pain
- Unusual excitement, nervousness, restlessness, or irritability
Not all of the side effects listed above have been reported for each of these medicines, but they have been reported for at least one of them. There are some similarities among these combination medicines, so many of the above side effects may occur with any of these medicines.
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional .
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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